2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2011 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.

Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan X-Trail 2011 Honda Accord
Make Nissan Honda
Model X-Trail Accord
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2184 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1469 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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